Senior
Years Apprenticeship Option (SYAO)
This program lets you start apprenticeship while you are still
in high school. It links regular Senior Years school instruction
with paid, part-time, on-the-job apprenticeship training.
You need a qualified and insured employer who will train you as
an apprentice. The SYAO Coordinator at the Apprenticeship Branch
will work with you, your employer and your school Guidance Counsellor
to ensure that you first meet all academic graduation requirements,
then schedule your working time when you are not taking required
high school classes.
Benefits of the SYAO
Many trades will soon have a huge demand for skilled workers. You
get real, hands-on work experience in the job market, and can:
- earn up to eight supplemental academic credits for graduation
- have the chance to use state-of-the-art technology at work
- be paid a trade-specific rate of pay that is more than minimum
wage
- use this work experience to get a full-time job
- apply your on-the-job hours to full-time apprenticeship training
after graduation
- earn credits for your work experience if you later decide to
be an apprentice in another trade
- use the skills you learn for a career in management or to start
your own business
Qualifying for the SYAO
You must be at least 16 years old. You must be taking core subjects
in Grade 9-12, have completed Grade 10 and be enrolled in an approved
Manitoba Grade 11 or 12 program.
Required Academic
Credits
Many trades are technology based and require math, science and
computer skills. Good reading, writing and communication skills
are also very important. While mechanical and hands-on skills are
still core requirements to enter a trade, you should finish high
school. Many trades are now asking for Grade 12 or equivalent academic
standing.
Eligible Trades
You have access to career opportunities in almost 40 trades. The
trades of Electrologist, Esthetician and Hairstylist do NOT qualify
for the SYAO because technical training is required before on-the-job
experience. For a listing of eligible trades refer to Manitoba
Trades.
Find a trade that interests you, then talk to people who work in
this occupation. There are thousands of specialized career options
in apprenticeship trades.
For More Information
Talk to your school guidance counsellor or contact the Senior
Years Apprenticeship Option Co-ordinator in Winnipeg at 945-1583.
Toll-free from within Manitoba, call 1-877-978-7233.
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